2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Avancier | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
